Harbor Freight Tools 45344 User Manual

Item #45344 Spotting Scope 30 X 50

Operating Instructions

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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Specifications

Magnification: 30X 30 X 50 View
Front Optic Diameter: 2” Eyepiece Diameter: 1-1/2”
Scope View: Wide Angle Field of View: 100 Feet
Tripod Mount: 1/4” - 20 Water Resistant
Weight: 1.8 Lbs. Overall Dimensions: 2-13/16”D x 9-1/4”L Retracted

2-13/16”D x 13-7/8”L Extended

The Spotting Scope is lightweight and provides a good image even in
a low light environment. Ideal for sporting, hunting, and other hobby
activities. Nylon case included.

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Operation

The Spotting Scope is equipped with a system of lenses that magnifies light beams to provide a high quality
image to the user This product can be equipped with a tripod (not included).

1. After taking the Spotting Scope out of the case, remove the protective lens caps.

2. Make sure the scope is fully extended before using. To extend the scope, hold the Spotting Scope with
one hand and gently pull on the eye piece with the other hand.

3. While looking through the Spotting Scope, rotate the eyepiece to focus in on the object being viewed (see
below).

4. Use of a tripod (not included) will provide added
stability resulting in an improved image. Use the
mounting socket to attach a tripod. To not over-tighten
the screw when attaching the tripod.

Warning: Never use this Spotting Scope

to look at the sun. Severe eye damage
could occur.

Note: Always fully extend
the Spotting Scope.

Ocular Eyepiece

5. Maintaining the Spotting Scope:
Never place the scope in water or use

in the rain. The scope is moisture resistant but
not waterproof.

Add a small amount of lens cleaning

solution to a soft cloth to clean the lenses.
Never pour the lens cleaning solution directly on the lens.

When the scope is moved from a cold environment into a building, you may see condensation form

on the lens. This is a perfectly normal reaction which will disappear in a period of about one hour.

When not using the Spotting Scope, put the lens covers on and store in the case.

Tripod Mounting
Socket
(underneath scope)

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